GE IC200CPUE05 VersaMax CPUs
Network Interface Units
A VersaMax I/O Station consists of a group of VersaMax modules with a VersaMax
Network Interface Unit module and attached power supply in the first position.
VersaMax NIU
power supply VersaMax Modules
The Network Interface Unit provides I/O scanning and a communications interface,
allowing a group of VersaMax modules to function as an I/O station on a communications
bus. The power supply on the NIU provides power for the modules in the I/O Station.
Additional “booster” power supplies can be included in the system if needed for modules
with high current requirements.
A Network Interface Unit module has connectors appropriate for its communications
network type and status LEDs. NIUs also have rotary dials that can be used to set
communications ID information and other parameters. A Genius NIU is shown below.
Available VersaMax NIUs
Ethernet Network Interface Unit IC200EBI001
Profibus Network Interface Unit IC200PBI001
Genius Network Interface Unit IC200GBI001
DeviceNet Network Interface Unit IC200DBI001
Ethernet NIU
The Ethernet Network Interface Unit (IC200EBI001) serves as the connection point
between VersaMax I/O modules and a single 10/100Base-T Ethernet network. The NIU
supports Modbus/TCP protocol.
For information about the Ethernet Network Interface Unit, refer to the VersaMax System
Ethernet Network Communications User’s Manual (GFK-1860).
DeviceNet NIU
The DeviceNet Network Interface Unit (IC200DBI001) is a DeviceNet slave module.
DeviceNet supports a variety of communication structures including peer to peer, multimaster and master/slave with broadcasting capabilities. Up to 64 nodes can be connected
to a DeviceNet network without bridging or routing.
For information about the DeviceNet Network Interface Unit, refer to the VersaMax
System DeviceNet Network Communications User’s Manual (GFK-1533).
Profibus NIU
The Profibus Network Interface Unit (IC200PBI001) operates as a slave on a Profibus-DP
Network, automatically exchanging I/O, status, control, and diagnostic data with a master
device. The NIU is capable of handling up to 375 bytes of I/O data, consisting of up to 244
bytes of discrete and analog input data and up to 244 bytes of discrete and analog output
data. The system host can be any device capable of operating as a bus master.
For information about the Profibus-DP Network Interface Unit, refer to the VersaMax
System Profibus Network Modules User’s Manual (GFK-1534, revision A or later).
Genius NIU
The Genius Network Interface Unit (IC200GBI001) operates as a device on a Genius bus.
The NIU is capable of handling up to 128 bytes of discrete and analog input data and 128
bytes of discrete and analog output data. The system host can be any PLC or computer
capable of controlling the Genius bus.
For information about the Genius Network Interface Unit, refer to the VersaMax System
Genius Network Interface Unit User’s Manual (GFK-1535).

Power Supplies
An AC or DC Power Supply module installs directly on the CPU or NIU. The Power
Supply provides +5V and +3.3V power to the modules in the station. Additional power
supplies can be installed on special booster carriers if needed for systems where the
number of modules creates the need for a booster. The AC or DC Power Supply on the
CPU or NIU and the Power Supply that resides on the Booster Carrier must share the same
external power source.
IC200PWR001
VDC+
INPUT-
MADE IN USA
24 VDC, 11 W
POWER SUPPLY
WARNING:
EXPLOSION HAZARD
WHEN IN HAZARDOUS
LOCATIONS TURN OFF
POWER BEFORE
REPLACING OR WIRING
MODULES.
IND CONT EQ FOR HAZ LOC
CLASS I DIV 2
GROUPS ABCD
Temp Code T4A
Ambient 60C
NOT
USED
Available Power Supplies and Carrier
The following VersaMax power supplies and carrier are available:
24VDC Power Supply IC200PWR001
24VDC Expanded 3.3V Power Supply IC200PWR002
120/240VAC Power Supply IC200PWR101
120/240VAC Expanded 3.3V Power Supply IC200PWR102
12VDC Power Supply IC200PWR201
12VDC Expanded 3.3V Power Supply IC200PWR202
Power Supply Booster Carrier IC200PWB001
I/O Modules
VersaMax IO and option modules are approximately 110mm (4.3in) by 66.8mm (2.63in)
in size. Modules can be mounted either horizontally or vertically on several types of
available I/O Carriers. Modules are 50mm (1.956 in) in depth, not including the height of
the carrier or the mating connectors.
66.8mm
(2.63in)
110mm
(4.33in)
Latch Individual Point LEDS
on Discrete Modules Field Power LED
indicates presence of
power from external
supply
OK LED indicates
presence of power from
VersaMax power supply
Color code:
Red: AC
Blue: DC
Gold: Mixed
Gray: Analog/other
Module
Description
FLD
PWR OK
IC200MDL750
OUTPUT 12/24VDC
POS GRP .5A 32PT
IND CONT EQ FOR HAZ LOC
CLASS I DIV 2 GROUPS ABCD
Temp Code T4A Ambient 60C
CLASS I ZONE 2 GROUP IIC
Ex nA IIC T4 OC≤To≤60C
Ex nV T4 Demko No. 98Y. 125014
VersaMax I/O modules are described in this manual. They are grouped into chapters by
module type. For more information about a specific module, please refer to the Table of
Contents or Index to locate the module description.